Cuisinart CPC-900XA, Instruction Booklet

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IMPORTANT
SAFEGUARDS
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.
When using any electrical appliance,
especially when children are present, basic
safety precautions should always be taken
to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and/
or injury, including the following:
• This appliance is intended for
HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY.
• Always attach plug to appliance first,
before plugging into wall outlet. To
disconnect, turn unit off, then remove
plug from outlet.
• Never move the multi-cooker whilst the
unit is under pressure, do not place the
multi-cooker in a heated oven or on any
stovetop.
• Do not touch hot surfaces of multi-cooker.
Use handles only.
• This appliance is not intended for use by
persons (including children) with reduced
physical, sensory, or mental capabilities, or
lack of experience and knowledge unless,
they have been given instruction and or
guidance concerning use of the appliance
by a person responsible for their safety.
• Children should be supervised to ensure
that they do not play with the appliance.
• NEVER ATTEMPT TO OPEN LID WHILE
THE UNIT IS OPERATING. Do not open
the multi-cooker until the unit has cooled
and all internal pressure has been released.
If lid is difficult to rotate (open), this
indicates that the cooker is still
pressurized. Wait a few minutes and try
again.
Do not force it to open. Any
pressure in the multi-cooker can be
hazardous. See Instructions for Use, page 7.
• Extreme caution must be used when
moving a multi-cooker containing hot
liquids or foods.
• Do not use the multi-cooker for other than
its intended use.
• Do not place food or liquid directly into
stainless steel base. Only the removable
cooking bowl is designed to contain food
or liquid.
• This appliance cooks under pressure.
Improper use may result in scalding injury.
When using this appliance for any function
other than saute, ensure the lid is properly
assembled and locked into position before
use.
• Do not fill unit over the Max Fill line (15
cups).
When cooking foods that expand
during cooking, such as dried vegetables,
do not fill the unit more than 12 cups.
NOTE: This includes legumes, beans, and
grains. Overfilling may cause a risk of
clogging the pressure limit valve and
developing excess pressure.
• The ducts in the pressure regulator
allowing the escape of steam should be
checked regularly to ensure that they are
not blocked.
• To protect against electric shock, do not
immerse cord, plug, connector, or outer
vessel in water or other liquids.
• Unplug from outlet when not in use and
before cleaning. Allow to cool before
putting on or removing parts.
• Do not operate any appliance with a
damaged cord or plug or after the
appliance malfunctions or has been
damaged in any manner. e
• Do not let cord hang over edge of table
or counter, or touch hot surfaces.
• The use of attachments not recommended
by Cuisinart may be hazardous.
• Do not use outdoors.
• Do not use under hanging cabinets; or in
a confined space. Steam from pressure
release may cause damage.